CHEV Chardonnay 2022
(Russian River Valley, California)

At CHEV, we work hard to make delicious wines so you can slow down and savor life without distractions. Those magic moments when you gather ‘round the table or by the fire with great friends and family to eat, drink, and spark real connections. Just like we did in the good ‘ol days. And enhancing those good times is what drives and inspires us. Our flagship wines for CHEV are our Pinot Noir and Chardonnay which reign from the notable Russian River Valley, or “the Garden of Eden,” as our master craftsman Michael Browne calls it - where everything grows well. However, CHEV was born to reach regions beyond our own backyard.  With each season, our winemaker, Cabell Coursey and Michael seek new regions to craft delicious wines that embody the place and the unique terroir of the area.  

Fermentation: 7% concrete egg | 15% concrete amphora | 41% new French oak | 24% once filled French oak | 13% several times used French oak

Time in Barrel: 15 months| 41% new French oak |24% once used French oak | 13% several times used French oak |22% concrete vessel

Clones: Hudson Wente, Spring Mtn, Hyde Wente

TASTING NOTES:

Nose: Intoxicating aromas of fresh apricot, delicate white peach, and tropical lychee layered with soft white floral notes.

Mouth: Decadent flavors of juicy Asian pear, peach cobbler, and lemon curd. Savory and mouth-watering with a vibrant minerality and opulent texture that coat the palate with an attractive weight with a noticeable and elegant tannin structure.

Recommended Drinking Age: Ready to enjoy now, although will reach optimal expression in 1-3 years and cellar well over the next 5 years.

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